Some might be shaped like a regular pillow (rectangle), some are square, or maybe strangely shaped if you may. The shape or layout of the pillow should not make a huge difference; it might be a personal preference. All neck pillows should have some type of neck support, meaning they will maintain your spine in a neutral place. It should allow for a curvature in the throat when back resting and maintain your spine straight when on your side.

They may often have distinct layouts also. Perhaps a wave-like layout, or it can have a pocket where your head opens. Material is yet an additional variable. I’ve seen, experimented with, and have reviewed cushions of all different materials. Fiber stuffed cushions, water based cushions, foam pillows, buckwheat pillows, etc.. . I have a tendency to enjoy fiber filled cushions that are standard stability, not too difficult and not too soft. Additionally, synthetic fibers are often sterile and do not hold dust mites like a feather cushion may. I have a tendency to find memory foam to be slightly too difficult for most, and that I do not want to play around and need to adjust my pillow like you sometimes have to with a water based cushion. But again, you might have to try some different choices to find out what you enjoy best.

Prior to choosing your neck pillow you often want to research what that pillow helps with the most. Some can be made more for relieving certain conditions like headaches or snoring, some may be for muscle tension relief, some might help with all of the aforementioned. A good pillow will describe what it’s ideal for and how to utilize it effectively.

Next, you need to think about your typical sleeping position. The ideal neck cushions hold the correct neck curvature while on your spine and keep your backbone whilst on your own side. This is the reason your physician- Orthopedist or physician often recommends neck pillows to patients and thus the expression chiropractic pillow or orthopedic pillow has been born.

But in case you’ve seen your physician, he might have shown you x-rays of your neck. This can also help you select your neck pillow. When you’ve found there’s reduction of your regular cervical lordosis, Quite simply the normal “C” curve, you absolutely want to enhance that and receive a pillow which will help improve alignment. When on your spine the neck pillow needs to support and enhance the curvature. While unwanted sleeping your pillow ought to maintain your spine straight, or in other words, maintain the backbone level.

You should also think about your size and body framework if buying the ideal neck pillow on your own. If you’re taller or smaller than average a typical neck pillow might not be right for you. The main reason is that your neck might not fit the pillow adequately causing you to either not receive the best support or perhaps forcing your neck into incorrect posture. If you’re too small for a standard size pillow or possess a very short neck the cervical roll will push your head forward. This merely induces head flexion and might straighten your curvature while sleeping on your spine versus putting the smooth curvature into the neck.

One last important note- I find that some people select a pillow as it looks great on the bed and fits the bed size. I recommend that the pillow you sleep with fits your neck, the bed second. An instance of this is a person having a king size bed wanting a large neck pillow. If you’re average, moderate height you will most likely want to choose a neck pillow that’s standard, moderate size.

Choosing the proper neck pillow must be based on what your individual requirements and preferences are. It is ideal to match relaxation and functionality of the cushion so that you get the most out of your sleep.